Crime
Police arrest suspect linked to violent Garissa Township robberies
The suspect was wanted in connection with offences committed within Garissa Township and remains in police custody pending arraignment
National Police Service
News
Mathare women condemn Homa Bay violence, urge political restraint
The women said they were deeply concerned by the injuries and loss of life reported during the clashes, as well as allegations that some political leaders may have played a role in encouraging or orchestrating the violence.
Crime
Police recover 28 mobile phones and three laptops in Kayole operation
The NPS said the operation was part of efforts to disrupt criminal networks involved in the handling and sale of property believed to have been obtained through criminal activities
Exclusives
Advocate Kivuva: Police have capacity to stop political goonism
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Law Society of Kenya Nairobi Branch Chairperson Erick Kivuva said Kenya’s security agencies have the capacity and intelligence to identify criminal groups but often fail to act before violence occurs.
Politics
Uhuru rejects ‘sponsor’ label, urges peaceful 2027 campaigns
Speaking in Trans-Nzoia during the memorial service for the late former Vice-President Kijana Wamalwa on Sunday, Kenyatta said he had no interest in seeking any political seat and cautioned against interpreting his calls for democratic freedoms as an attempt to re-enter active politics.
News
There is no national crisis! Murkomen dismisses goon claims
The debate came into focus on Friday when Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat visited Nyeri to inspect preparations for next week’s pass-out parade at the Kiganjo Police Training College, where more than 6,000 officers are expected to graduate.
News_RGK
NPS seizes 2,000 litres in Kahawa West illicit brew operation
The NPS said the operation was part of continued efforts to identify and dismantle illegal brewing dens, which pose health and security risks to members of the public
News
Take charge or resign: Gachagua’s tough message to IG Kanja
In a letter dated August 20, Gachagua described the Homa Bay incident as “a shame of the highest magnitude in post-independence Kenya” and said Kanja should have resigned over the security breakdown.
Crime
Detectives close in on 25 suspects over Homa Bay rally chaos
The suspects are being investigated over their alleged involvement in the violent incidents that marred the rally, with detectives seeking to identify and apprehend other individuals linked to the disturbances.
News
Maraga gives Ruto seven days to release Police Reform Taskforce Report
David Maraga says the police reforms taskforce report was submitted to President William Ruto but has not been fully released, and gives him seven days to publish it—warning he may release it himself if the deadline passes.
News
NPS warns police recruits over social media posts
The recruits were reminded that they could maintain personal social media accounts but remained responsible for the content they post, share, comment on or livestream
News
Police arrest 37 over Homa Bay rally violence as investigations intensify
The arrests followed clashes and incidents of criminality reported during the political rally on 16 August, which left a police officer dead and several others injured.